The FAA announced today it has finalized a set of rules for the routine commercial operation of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) weighing less than 55 pounds, including a provision requiring the operator to obtain a “remote pilot certificate.”
FAA Issues Rules for Commercial Drone Use
Key Takeaways:
- The FAA has finalized new rules for routine commercial operations of drones weighing less than 55 pounds, mandating that operators obtain a "remote pilot certificate."
- To qualify, drone pilots must be at least 16 years old, pass an aeronautical knowledge test, and adhere to operational restrictions such as maintaining visual line of sight, specific height/speed limits, and avoiding flights over unprotected people or at dusk.
- These rules, effective in August, aim to safely integrate unmanned aircraft systems into U.S. airspace, balance public safety with technological deployment, and are projected to significantly boost the economy.
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